Spartan Youth Radio

Jessi's Alternative Station

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:01:00 GMT

You have entered the realm of Jessi Burk.
Please fasten your seatbelt and keep all
body parts in the vehicle at all times. The
music she listens to is different; it's
alternative and not something you hear in
the mainstream. Enjoy Rise Against,
Copeland, Iron and Wine, Jack's Mannequin
and Lydia.

HOST/EDITOR/AVATAR: Jessi Burk
All songs are SOCAN Licensed.

The Gamer's Playlist Episode One

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 19:19:00 GMT

Video game music has gone from grainy 8-bit "beep, boop, bleep" songs made famous by Tetris and Super Mario to fully immersive, orchestral masterpieces. Though some gamers are happy to play their games with the music provided by the game developers, many like to go beyond the console and DJ their own tunage. Avid gamer, Mike Morrissette brings you some of the tunes he likes to game to. Enjoy the first episode of The Gamer's Playlist.

Concept/Host/Engineer: Michael Morrissette
Avatar Design: Jessi Burk

A Dose of Steam featuring Abney Park, Vernian Process and Dr. Steel

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:31:00 GMT

You wouldn't think that sky pirates, mad scientists determined to take over the world and a collective of quirky and interesting people could make good music but steampunk bands Abney Park, Dr. Steel and Vernian Process prove otherwise. Spartan Youth Radio has featured an interview with Abney Park before, we're waiting for some free merchanside from Dr. Steel and will be chatting with the creator of Vernian Process so, until then, enjoy A Dose of Steam.

CREATOR/HOST/ENGINEER: Kaitlyn Dougon
AVATAR: Jayson Stewart with creative commons material

Survivorman's Les Stroud Talks About His New Series

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:06:00 GMT

You might know him best as that hard-as-nails survival expert who treks out to the middle of the Alaskan boreal forest or deep into the Amazonian jungle with nothing more than his camera and his mad skills. He is Les Stroud, the Survivorman. But he's also an accomplished musician (his backup band are the famed Northern Pikes), rock and roll video producer and self-appointed world ambassador. In our interview, you'll learn about his new series, set to launch in the new year.

HOST: Blake Priddle
GUEST: Les Stroud aka Survivorman
ENGINEER: Mister Stew and Blake Priddle
AVATAR: Mister Stew with creative commons material

Mister Stew's Playlist of Horror

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:55:00 GMT

Mortal listeners. Why do you wake me? Do you dare ask to listen to this horrific special Hallowe'en edition of Musical Stew? I do not think your fragile body can withstand the laughter and the bone-chilling music of Peeper Theater Radio, Calabrese, film composer David Beard, the Volume Brothers or the Coffinshakers. You still wish to proceed down this dangerous and vile path? Go ahead. Don't say I didn't warn you!

Host/Engineer: Jayson Stewart
Avatar: Jayson Stewart with a creative commons image by Fabio Venni
Launched: October 14th, 2009

Dead Space: A Video Game Review by Ross Raguth

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:07:00 GMT

The Survival Horror genre has been evolving over the years. However, Dead Space refines the name and revamps the entire genre. You play as Isaac Clarke, an engineer on the USG Calvin sent to inspect a broken Comm array on the mining ship called 'The USG Ishimura'. The game happens in an over the shoulder 3rd person shooter style camera view, and the heads up display (HUD) is on the back of your character. You fight alien zombies called Necromorphs, and the only way to kill them is to cut their limbs off.

Aboriginal Hiphop Artist Plex aka Doug Bedard

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 19:31:00 GMT

ABORIGINAL HIPHOP ARTIST PLEX aka DOUG BEDARD was intereviewed by Spartan Youth Radio reporters Kris Dickson and Brad Bourcier. Plex is an emcee, producer, public speaker and advocate for aboriginal musicians. You can win an autographed copy of his debut album BRAINSTORM by answering the following question: does music do a poor job of representing itself and youth culture? Listen to the end of the show for information on how to enter.

REPORTERS: Kris Dickson and Brad Bourcier with help from Morgan Kagesheongai
GUEST: Plex aka Doug Bedard
ENGINEERS: Brad Bourcier and Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew
MUSIC courtesy of Plex and licensed through SOCAN

Show launched October 9th, 2009.

Musical Stew 4.1 featuring Smashing Pumpkins, the Killers, Karen Kosowski, Derek Miller and Young Galaxy

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:36:00 GMT

Our fourth season is a revolutionary one for Spartan Youth Radio. This episode of MUSICAL STEW officially launches us a fully-licensed online radio station, allowing us to broadcast ANY music. To celebrate, Mister Stew brings us some hot tunes from Smashing Pumpkins, Derek Miller, Young Galaxy, the Killers and Karen Kosowski.

HOST/ENGINEER: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons content from Minyoung Choi.

Speaker's Corner: Bullying

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:34:00 GMT

Holocaust survivor Eva Olssen visited Espanola High School to talk to the students and community about bullying. She told us that Hitler's Nazis were bullies and that school bullying is where they started. The message hit home.

A Taste of Solitude performed by Nick Piche and Kelsey LeClair

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:08:00 GMT

Espanola's own Nich Piche and Kelsey LeClair teamed up to bring you this haunting recording of their critically-acclaimed single "A Taste of Solitude," recorded live in the Spartan Youth Radio studios.

If you're a singer/songwriter/poet/comedian/storyteller and are looking for some exposure, let us know.

What do you think of "A Taste of Solitude"? Email spartanyouthradio@gmail.com or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 x6264.

In Conversation with Comedian Derek Forgie

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Derek "Skwirl" Forgie is a quintuple threat. He brushes shoulders with celebrities on a daily basis, is a respected standup comedian in Toronto, has a few notable tv commercials under his belt, is a tireless advocate for human rights and the planet and isn't afraid to dish the dirt on what he likes and loathes about working at MTV.

We were lucky enough to get him into the studio for a half hour discussion on all things entertainment. You don't want to miss this no-holds-barred behind-the-scenes perspective.

We'd love to know what you think about anything Derek Forgie says (or anything at all!). Email us at spartanyouthradio@gmail.com or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 ext 6264.

NDP Leader JACK LAYTON Visits the North

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 19:51:00 GMT

Jack Layton, leader of the NDP Party of Canada, opened the 102nd annual Massey Fair in Massey, Ontario, approximately 2 hours west of Sudbury. Spartan Youth reporters were on hand to ask Mr. Layton hard hitting questions about politics, the recession, the value of post-secondary diplomas and battling the apathy of young voters.

GUEST: Jack Layton
HOSTS: Madeline Lemire and Morgan Kagesheongai
RESEARCH: Madeline Lemire, Caitlin Dougon and Morgan Kagesheongai
AVATAR: Mister Stew
MUSIC: provided from the Singing Farmer

Call our MEGAPHONE at (705) 869-1590 extension 6264 and let us know what you think of this show, or email us spartanyouthradio@gmail.com.

Espanola High School Valedictorian Address - June 2009

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:15:00 GMT

Danielle Turpin was the valedictorian for Espanola High School's Class of 2009. Here is her entire speech.

SPEECH: Danielle Turpin
SOUND ENGINEER: Mister Stew

From Oka to the Olympics: Waneek Horn-Miller

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:31:00 GMT

Waneek Horn-Miller is a triple threat: athlete, activist and inspriation. She's been stabbed by soldiers, posed nude on the cover of Time Magazine, represented Canada at the Sydney Olympics and still takes time to travel Canada to promote and celebrate her aboriginal heritage.

Spartan Youth Radio reporters Madeline Lemire, Morgan Kagesheongai and Caitlin Dougon chatted with Horn-Miller on the phone. Whether you're an athelete, a social activist or a fan of a good story, what Horn-Miller shares is interesting and inspirational.

GUEST: Waneek Horn-Miller
HOSTS: Caitlin Dougon, Madeline Lemire and Morgan Kagesheongai
SOUND EDITOR: Malcolm McLeod
AVATAR: Mister Stew
MUSIC: provided through the Podsafe Music Network featuring "Playtime" by Soulseeker

Call our MEGAPHONE at (705) 869-1590 extension 6264 and let us know what you think of this show, or email us spartanyouthradio@gmail.com.

Into The Dragon's Den - Our Interview With Arlene Dickinson

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:44:00 GMT

She's one of the hard-hitting judges on CBC Television's THE DRAGON DEN, where wannabe businessmen and women present their hit or miss ideas in the hopes of walking away with their share of ten million dollars. We were lucky enough to talk on the phone with ARLENE DICKINSON, one of Canada's most powerful business owners.

HOST: Caitlin Dougon
GUEST: Arlene Dickinson
ADDITIONAL VOICE: Morgan Kagesheongai
ENGINEER: Malcolm McLeod
AVATAR: Mister Stew
SPECIAL THANKS: John Caruso and Cheryl Kay
PODSAFE MUSIC COURTESY OF THE PODSAFE MUSIC NETWORK

THE SYR MAILBAG: June 2009

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 19:30:00 GMT

We invite any of our listeners to let us know what they think of our shows, of what we say and what they think of current issues. Listeners can email comments to spartanyouthradio@gmail.com, can leave comments on our website or on any of our other sites including Libsyn, YouTube and Facebook.

Host: Nathan Phillips
Producer: Jayson Stewart
Editor: Malcolm McLeod
Avatar: Jayson Stewart

Jacko On Movies: Terminator and Star Trek Edition

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 14:20:00 GMT

Mike Jacko knows movies. He wants to get into the business and has a few thoughts about two of this summer's biggest blockbusters: STAR TREK and TERMINATOR 4. Both have been raking in the profits at the box office and both breath new life into old franchises.

HOST: Mike Jacko
EDITOR: Malcolm McLeod
PRODUCER: Jayson Stewart
AVATAR: Malcolm McLeod using creative commons images
MUSIC: Earn Hollywood Earn by Possible Oscar

Interview with a Director: Shirley Cheechoo

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Shirley Cheechoo is an award-winning Cree director, actor and artist from Michigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island. As founder of the Debajehmujig Theatre Company, one of the most respected independent Native theatre companies in the world, she has propelled aboriginal stories onto the stage and into film. In 2008, Cheechoo won a Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation.

Wade Owl and Mike Jacko met with Shirley Cheechoo at the 2009 Aboriginal Education Youth Day in Sudbury, Ontario.\

HOSTS: Wade Owl and Mike Jacko
EDITORS: Kris Dickson, Jesse Dubreuil and Malcolm McLeod
PRODUCER: Jayson Stewart
AVATAR: Jesse Dubreuil and Malcolm McLeod
BACKGROUND SOUNDS recorded live on location at the 2009 Aboriginal Education Youth Day in Sudbury, Ontario.

Leave us a COMMENT or call our Megaphone Line at (705) 869-1590 ext 6264.

STRAIGHT NOT NARROW: In Conversation With Gay-Rights Acitivst and Comedian Derek Forgie

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:57:00 GMT

Heterosexuals for Same-Sex Equality is committed to giving a voice to straight folks who support same-sex equality. Taking the stand that homophobia is a human rights issue, founder and comedian Derek Forgie is in studio to talk about the HSSE, the Straight Not Narrow campaign and life as an open-minded straight dude in a sometimes homophobic world.

HOST: Morgan Kagesheongai with assistance from Madeline Lemire
GUEST: Derek Forgie
SOUND ENGINEER: Mister Stew
EDITOR AND AVATAR: Malcolm McLeod

DJ Toxic-s Techno Hour (episode 2)

Thu, 21 May 2009 16:34:00 GMT

DJ Toxic is Spartan Youth Radio's resident techno artist and was also the co-voice of Spartan Youth Radio on CBC Radio's "Spark". Here, he's back and ready to free your mind.

HOST: DJ Toxic
SOUND EDITOR: DJ Toxic
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons images from Ventura Mendoza.
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network featuring 2FB, Alter der Ruine and DJ Toxic.

Last Life: Mirror's Edge video game review

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 14 May 2009 14:56:00 GMT

You've gone as far as you can and are down to your last life. Michael Morrissette is the guy you want on your side guiding you along your favourite video game. In his first episode of LAST LIFE, Mike reviews MIRROR'S EDGE, the highly rated first person platform game released by Electronic Arts (EA) in the fall of 2008. Powered by the Unreal Engine 3, the game has an incredible new lighting solution and promotes a greater freedom of movement, in having no heads up display...you see the character's arms, legs and torso just like you were the character. ESRB Rating: T

What do you think of this review? Of the game? Of video games in general? Leave us a comment or call our MEGAPHONE LINE at 705-869-1590 extension 6264.

Producer: Jayson Stewart
Host: Michael Morrissette
Sound Engineer: Michael Morrissette and Malcolm McLeod
Music: "One Good Reason" by 3 Legged Dog and "Asmonitor" by Fueste Vos

Canadian Idol Judge JAKE GOLD on Canadian Music

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:57:00 GMT

Though you might recognize Jake Gold as one of the hard-hitting and honest judges on Canadian Idol, he's best known in the music industry as one of the country's best managers, having won Manager of the Year three times. He discovered the Tragically Hip in the mid 80s and is now managing Sass Jordan, the Cliks and Lily Frost.

Spartan Youth Radio reporters Jesse Dubreuil and newbie Brian Case got Jake Gold on the phone for an interview about Canadian Idol and his thoughts on Canadian music.

Hanging With Abney Park (extended interview)

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:29:00 GMT

Imagine an alternate version of history where plastic was never invented but we had the technology of today and the aesthetic sensibilities of a century ago. Computers would be encased in wood and brass, we'd be travelling by airship and clothing would be made of leather, lace, cotton and hemp instead of rayon and polyester. Music would be music, not commercialized clones.

Abney Park embraces the Streampunk lifestyle in their clothers (do not call them costumes), their musical instruments and their lyrics. Hitting over 90,000 hits on a single YouTube video, Abney Park may not be mainstream but they are followed by fans across the globe.

SYR reporter Caitlin Dougon talked to lead singer Captain Robert on the phone from Seattle. We have two versions of this interview: a 10 minute slideshow video and and an extended 24 minute audio only version.

SCHWARZENEGGER VISITS NORTHERN ONTARIO (slideshow version)

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:31:00 GMT

SCHWARZENEGGER VISITS NORTHERN ONTARIO

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:24:00 GMT

On April 1st, 2009, action star turned politician Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger took time out of his busy schedule to visit the students of Espanola High School. Taking a break from shooting his newest movie, Absolute Recollection, which he is filming on Manitoulin Island, Mr. Schwarzenegger arrived by chopper and proceeded to the Spartan Youth Radio studios for a quick interview before signing autographs for students.

"Espanola, Ontario is different than Espanola, California but I like it here. The people are nice and I cannot get enough of the natural beauty. If I am ever terminated as governer of the great state of California, I might consider buying some land here," said Mr. Schwarzenegger.

Students were thrilled. "This is incredible! I mean, Arnold Schwarzenegger in Espanola? He's, like, my favourite movie star and I was really excited to meet him," said Joss Maguth, a grade 12 student and aspiring actor. Grade 11 student Chad Boursay was execting more. "He looks totally different up close. I was expecting the Terminator but he's just a normal guy. A little bigger. A little harder to understand with the accent, but still pretty normal. He could be one of my friends."

Tune in for the whole story.

VOICES: Ross Raguth, Brad Bourcier, Mister Stew
PHOTOS: Brad Bourcier and other creative commons material
EDITING: Malcolm McLeod

Music Video: Autumn Monologue's "Bird Hitting Glass"

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:16:00 GMT

MUSIC VIDEO

Autumn's Monologue comes out with their first single and their first music video: Bird Hitting Glass". "Bird Hitting Glass" is an acoustic song written and composed by students from Espanola and area.

Like all great founding fathers, Kenny, Ty , Zak and Chris had big dreams for their music but as things slowed down and they slowly lost hope, along came a muse, their spirit of art and her name was Jessi. She re-inflated their raft of hope and off they went. Ty, Kenny and Chris began creating incredible licks and Jessi and Zak began to produce harmonies like no one has ever heard. It was an all star line up from the get go.

Kicking off with their first EP âQuiet Is My Loudest Crime.â, The band is off to an epic start with an epic future.

FEATURING: Autumn's Monologue
SOUND and VIDEO EDITOR: Kenny Legrow, Jessi Burk and Ty Dubois
AVATAR: Jessi Burk and Jayson Stewart
MUSIC: Autumn's Monologue

Retro Review - The Legend of Zelda

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:45:00 GMT

VIDEO GAMES/WALKTHROUGH

Take a trip back in time with the original Legend of Zelda for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Can it get anymore retro than this? Listen to Andrew Hamilin tell you tips and tricks for getting through this old-school classic.

REPORTER: Andrew Hamilin
SOUND EDITOR: Kris Dickson
AVATAR: Kris Dickson and Jesse Dubreuil
MUSIC: Second Squech by ALBaMass, Full Force Generate by Adhesion. Source: Podsafe Music Network|

Representin' In Da House: A Conversation with MP Carole Hughes

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:02:00 GMT

POLITICS / LOCAL NEWS / SPECIAL GUEST

Carol Hughes, MP for Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing is our voice in Ottawa. She's the NDP Deputy Critic for First Nations, Metis and Inuit Affairs and is one of the many NDP candidates who won a seat in the last federal election.

Spartan Youth Radio reporters Morgan and Madeline invited Ms. Hughes to join them in studio to talk about the north, youth issues and even what type of animal she imagines herself to be.

REPORTER: Madeline Lemire and Morgan Kagesheongai
SOUND EDITOR: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew
MUSIC: Johnne Tuzza "News At 11" courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network

Raising Future Leaders: Ugandan Children's Choir Visits the North

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:18:00 GMT

WORLD MUSIC / WORLD ISSUES / PERSONAL STORIES.

"The Watoto Childrenâs Choirâs have toured internationally since 1994. These choirs bring a message of hope to many parts of the world which include countries such as Uganda, Australia, Canada, UK, USA, South Africa, Brazil, Israel, Germany and France. The choir is made up of children who are part of Watotoâs program.

Accompanied by adult choir leaders from KPC, Watotoâs performances are a soulful blend of African rhythm, contemporary gospel and ethnic dance. Through their music the choir share their unique stories and express their new found hope. The childrenâs energy and sincerity continue to inspire audiences all around the world.

The choir performs to present Watotoâs vision and to give audiences the opportunity to respond to Africaâs HIV/AIDSand war crisis.

âConcerts of Hopeâ are a lively demonstration of the life changing love of God experienced by the children of Watoto.

This experience, gives the children exposure to other cultures broadening their world view. It gives the children confidence and boldness and helps them to rise up out of their own situations of sadness and despair."

REPORTER: Leah Browne
SOUND EDITOR: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew
DESCRIPTION: www.watoto.com

The Healing Brush: A Conversation With Brian J. Waboose

spartanyouthradio.com — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:05:00 GMT

PERSONAL STORIES/ART/ABORIGINAL CULTURE. For around three decades, Ojibwe artist Brian J. Waboose has been using painting and sculpture to help heal from wounds inflicted upon him through his experiences in a residential school. Physical, emotional and sexual abuse led Brian to drugs, alcohol and a loss of his culture. Through his artwork, Brian works towards his recovery and to promote his Ojibwe heritage.

REPORTER: Morgan Kagesheongai and Caitlin Dougon
WRITER: Mister Stew
SOUND EDITOR: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew
MUSIC: "Morning Star Rise" by Joseph Firecrow

My Opinion - Seize the Day

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:43:00 GMT

OPINION AND MOTIVATIONAL. In the 1998 Peter Weir film, "Dead Poet's Society", Mr. Keating, played by Rob Williams, teaches his class about "carpe diem" or "seizing the day." In this SYR exclusive, Jessi Burk explains her thoughts and ideas about seizing the day and about how to "suck the marrow out of life without choking on the bone. Featured artist: Espanola High School's very own "Autumn's Monologue."

REPORTER:/WRITER: Jessi Burk
ADDITIONAL VOICES: Kevin Burk
SOUND EDITOR: Jessi Burk
AVATAR: Jesse Burk
MUSIC: "Season's Change" by Autumn's Monologue.

Name That Poorly Done Celebrity Impersonation...a Game Show with REAL prizes!

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:34:00 GMT

COMEDY. Host Dirk McLeod brings you this hilarious game show where you have to guess the identity of the poorly done celebrity impression! Correct answers will be put in a draw to win bragging rights and a limited edition Spartan Youth Radio tshirt in your choice of any colour (as long as it's black). Take a listen and enter today...contest closed March 31st.

HOST: Jayson Stewart as Dirk McLeod
CONCEPT/PRODUCER/WRITER/EDITOR: Jayson Stewart
IMPERSONATION: Jayson Stewart
AVATAR: Jayson Stewart with creative commons images
MUSIC: Game Show by Johnne Tuzza
MOCK COMMERICAL: Pepper Brand Powdered Meat by Peeper Radio Theatre

CMMD ALT DELETE episode 1: Alpha 2

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMT

COMEDY. A seemingly routine day goes awry when everything goes wrong for Beta Squad: terrorists, aliens from other galaxies and faulty equipment. Listen in on their misadventures through an inconspicuously disguised recorder planted in their Comm Center. Oh the humanity...

REPORTER: General Red Dog
ADDITIONAL VOICES: Cole Roussy
SOUND EDITOR: Jesse Dubreuil
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons images

The Note: Hand Writing Gone Horribly Wrong

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:43:00 GMT

No one, I repeat, NO ONE had handwriting as cryptic and undecipherable as that of grade ten student, Madeline Lemire. There are urban legends of the CIA wanting to use her code-making skills to encrypt their most secretive of documents but she didn't get the job (their human resources couldn't read her job application.) In this episode, Madeline forces her friends and classmates to attempt to read one of her notes. Enjoy.

REPORTER: Madeline Lemire
ADDITIONAL VOICES: Caitlin Dougon, Calyssa St. Onge, and Cole Roussy
SOUND EDITOR: Madeline Lemire
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons images

Comments:

"It's really fun, interesting,and a REALLY good idea. Good job maddy!" - Calyssa, McKerrow, Ontario

Students React to Barack Obama's Inauguration

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:42:00 GMT

Students at Espanola High School gathered in the Spartan Youth Radio to watch live CBC streaming of the Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States of America. Though the students are proud Canadians, they shared their views on what is already a pivotal point in their shared history. Mr. Stewart shares his ideas on his vision of Canadian Prime Minister who also happens to be First Nations, Inuit or Metis.

If you would like to skip the speech and go straight to the student's response, fast forward to approximately 19:43.

REPORTER: Mister Stew
OPINONS OF: Madeline Lemire, Morgan Kagesheongai, Tyler Akey, Cole Roussy and others
SOUND EDITOR: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons images
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network featuring Bree Noble's version of the "Star Spangled Banner"

DJ Toxic-s Techno Hour (episode 1)

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 17:24:00 GMT

DJ Toxic is Spartan Youth Radio's resident techno artist and was also the co-voice of Spartan Youth Radio on CBC Radio's "Spark". Here, in his first show, DJ Toxic shares music from three techno artists, including himself.

Musical Stew 3 - Surf Tunes!

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:47:00 GMT

Surf music is much more than Jan and Dean or the Beachboys...it's a genre of music that lets loose, has a sense of humour and riffs off a lot of pop culture references.

Spartan Youth Radio's Mister Stew takes you on a journey from Denver to Finland, from Tennessee to Britain to bring you some hot beach music.

Pop out a lawn chair, open up a lemonade, take off your shoes and sit back for five incredible surf tunes. If you close your eyes tight you might even think you're driving an opentopped muscle car down an oceanside highway in California.

REPORTER: Mister Stew
SOUND EDITOR: Mister Stew
AVATAR: Mister Stew using creative commons images
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network featuring Ronnie and His Twanging Little Fellow, Mercury Radio Theater, LtMeat, Get Three Coffins Ready and Antique Curtains.

Music Is...

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:33:00 GMT

Music is the lifeblood of youth. What you listen to and how you listen to it helps to define who you are and where you might be heading. It's a universal language that can be enjoyed as entertainment or it can have a deeper, more emotional impact.

Spartan Youth Radio's Madeline Lemire investigates the impact of music on the minds and hearts of Northern Ontario teens

REPORTER: Madeline Lemire
SOUND EDITOR: Madeline Lemire
AVATAR: Mr. Stewart
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network.

White Ribbon Campaign Opposing the Violence Against Women

spartanyouthradio.com — Fri, 5 Dec 2008 21:05:00 GMT

The White Ribbon Campaign is the largest effort in the world of men working to end violence against women. In over fifty-five countries, campaigns are led by both men and women, even though the focus is on educating men and boys. In some countries it is a general public education effort focused on ending violence against women.

Listen to five students and their public service announcements promoting this campaign.

WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: Rachel McLean, Jesse Dubreuil, Madeline Lemire, Michael Morrissette and Calyssa St. Onge.
SOUND EDITOR: Rachel McLean, Jesse Dubreuil, Madeline Lemire, Michale Morrissette and Calyssa St. Onge.
AVATAR: Mr. Stewart
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network

Hallowe'en in the North

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 2 Dec 2008 17:21:00 GMT

Hallowe'en is a big thing in Northern Ontario and teens and their teachers still dress up to scare, shock and entertain each other. Listen in as Caitlyn asks Spartans what they were dressed as on Hallowe'en.

WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: Kris Dickson and Caitlyn Dougon
SOUND EDITOR: Kris Dickson
AVATAR: Mr. Stewart
MUSIC provided with permission from the Podsafe Music Network featuring "The Late 80s Post Apocalyptic Hallowe'en Party" by Al Phlipp and the Woo Team

FEATURED BAND: Al Phlipp and the Woo Team. Started in the 80s doing humorous music and parodies on consumer Casio keyboards, this Tennessee band now does mainly instrumental music, often with heavy use of samples from their own library of 80s music and improv comedy. The band has no label, never has, but just keeps making music.

8 Bit Chipper Channel Episode 1: Fresh Cartridge!

spartanyouthradio.com — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:48:00 GMT

As music gets more and more heavily produced, there's a growing group of artists who are experimenting with technology from the primitive early days of gaming. 8-bit can refer to a style of electornic inspired by the sound of old computer consoles from the 8 bit era of video games. This music will often reflect sounds from technology that is seen as primitive or "outdated" such as the Game Boy, Atari and Activision systems and home made synthesizers.

DJ Anonymity (I hope I spelled that correctly) brings you some incredible retro-inspired music with new twists. Take a time trip back to the 80s with FRESH CARTRIDGE, the first in a series called 8 BIT CHIPPER CHANNEL.

WRITING/HOST/VOICEOVER: DJ Anonymity
SOUND EDITOR: DJ Anonymity
AVATAR: Mister Jayson Stewart
MUSIC provided with permission: "Conas de Miho" by Jijies Allemente, "The 8-Bit Touch" by Reverand Protocal,, "My Game Girl" by Skylabrinth, "Stoptime Rag" by Kashioboy and "You Make Society Cry" by Oxygenstar. Thanks to 8bitcollective.com for the music.

My Opinion - Beauty and Medicine

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:19:00 GMT

Jessi read the short story "Mirror Image" by Lena Coakley as part of her grade 11 University English course. The story follows Alice, a teenage girl who dies but whose brain is transplanted into another body. This realistic science fiction story warns us of the dangers that can arise when vanity meets medical science.

This is Jessi's response.

WRITER/VOICEOVER: Jessi Burk
SOUND EDITOR: Jessi Burk
MUSIC: Jessi Burk
AVATAR: Jessi Burk and Mister Stewart

Content, not including music, is Creative Commons and can be freely used with acknowledgement to spartanyouthradio.com

Book Review - LITTLE BROTHER by Cory Doctorow

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:52:00 GMT

From craphound.com:

Marcus, a.k.a âw1n5t0n,â is only seventeen years old, but he figures he already knows how the system worksâand how to work the system. Smart, fast, and wise to the ways of the networked world, he has no trouble outwitting his high schoolâs intrusive but clumsy surveillance systems.

But his whole world changes when he and his friends find themselves caught in the aftermath of a major terrorist attack on San Francisco. In the wrong place at the wrong time, Marcus and his crew are apprehended by the Department of Homeland Security and whisked away to a secret prison where theyâre mercilessly interrogated for days.

When the DHS finally releases them, Marcus discovers that his city has become a police state where every citizen is treated like a potential terrorist. He knows that no one will believe his story, which leaves him only one option: to take down the DHS himself.

REVIEWER/VOICEOVER: Kyera Landry
EDITOR/PRODUCER/AVATAR: Mister Stewart
MUSIC: Donated by DJ Toxic aka Brad Bourcier

Radiation Video Games and Reviews: Haze

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:06:00 GMT

Gary Duquette brings you his take on Ubisoft's first person shooter, Haze. Haze was one of the most highly anticipated and hyped Playstation 3 games of the first half of 2008 and Gary tells you what he liked and didn't like about the game.

REVIEWER/WRITER/VOICEOVER: Gary Duquette

PRODUCER: Mister Stewart

SOUND EDITING: Mister Stewart

AVATAR: Mister Stewart using Creative Commons material.

MUSIC courtesy of songstowearpantsto.com

That's My Opinion on the Ugliness of Beauty

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Tue, 4 Nov 2008 22:06:00 GMT

That's My Opinion is a regular feature of Spartan Youth Radio where teens share their thoughts on important issues.

Jewel asks poignant questions about acceptance, beauty and the extreme lengths people take to look gorgeous.

HOST: Jewel Sanftenberg
EDITOR: Mr. Jayson Stewart
AVATAR: Mr. Jayson Stewart using creative commons material
MUSIC: Courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network and featuring "Never Met An Opinion" by Ric Seaberg and "Beautiful" by Adrienne Pierce.

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SPIKE! Junior Boys Volleyball - a Video

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:27:00 GMT

Sports reporter Nathan Phillips goes on the road the with Espanola Junior Boys Volleyball team. Here's a video montage of the rivetting action.

Reporter: Nathan Phillips

Camera: Nathan Phillips

Video Editor: Nathan Phillips

Producer: Mr. Jayson Stewart

Music courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network, featuring "1 Electric Guitar" by 2006 PlasticSoul, a professional musician from Tokyo, Japan.

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Terry Fox 2008

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:16:00 GMT

Wade and Robear hit the roads around Espanola High School to talk to staff and students during the 2008 Terry Fox Run.

VOICEOVERS: Wade Owl and Robear Assinewe
EDITOR: Wade Owl and Robear Assinewe
MUSIC: Mean Gene Kelton and the Die Hards "Running From the Law" courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network

All content, except for music, is Creative Commons with the request that spartanyouthradio.com be credited.

Ty's Playlist Episode 1

spartnayouthradio.com — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:12:00 GMT

Ty Dubois knows what he likes. Take a listen to find out what he's listening to lately.

ALLAN JOHNSON Motivates Spartans

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:09:00 GMT

Kris and Jessi report on sensational motivational speaker, teacher and comedian Allan Johnson, who visited Espanola High School in October 2008. Take a listen, laugh a little and take some great ideas away with you.

SPIKE! Spartan Volleyball Episode 1

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 7 Oct 2008 12:43:00 GMT

Sports reporter Nathan Phillips interviews team mates to discover what makes this team tick and what they need to take the team even further. Music: "Attendere Prego" by 1 Shot 1 Kill, a punk band from Italy.

Book Review by Kyera Landry on Kate Brian's

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:11:00 GMT

any friends, and has been pulled out of school after school to travel to some new exciting place with her military parents. But this time, Megan is putting her foot down. Which is why her parents are on their way to South Korea, while she is headed for Boston, and the McGowan family.

The McGowan family consists of two parents, and seven boys - no daughters. And while Megan remembers all of the boys as being uber brats, she never expected them to grow into total hotties. Total hotties whom she's sharing a bathroom with. But Megan never realized that infiltrating a family of guys would lead her to find out so many strange quirks about all of them. And leave her crushing on more than one.

Now Megan has to try and fight her romantic feelings, communicate with Miller - one of the boys who happens to have Asperger's Syndrome, a type of Autism - and survive the McGowan household. Otherwise, she'll be headed to South Korea, where she'll have to wear a uniform to school."

An Homage to Video Killed The Radio Star

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:52:00 GMT

The 1980s return with a vengeance, forever linking Spartan Youth Radio with the birth of MTV!

Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!

the SPARTAN QUILL featuring a short story by Kyera Landry

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:27:00 GMT

The two groups of students at Espanola High School just couldn't stand being near each other. Tempers flair when they are forced to all be in the same class together...and then in counselling. What happens when someone defects to "the other side?"

Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!

Comedy Gourmet featuring Octodog

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Mmmm g'day ya'll! Welcome to another episode of the Comic Gourmet. This time, we're hitchin' a ride to Southern Georgia where Chef Duke Clement shares with us his gourmet NACHO OCTODOG. Enjoy. Really...please try to enjoy.

Take a Hike - a Hamelin Audioscape

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Mon, 12 May 2008 08:55:00 GMT

Last semester, Mr. Stewart's Communication Technology class was asked to produce audioscapes. Audiscapes are field recording of a natural or urban environment. Anthony Hamelin is joined by Willy and Aaron as they hike the rocks behind Webbwood, Ontario.

Musical Stew - The Best new Unknown Music

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 9 May 2008 14:20:00 GMT

Music fans in Northern Ontario have limited access to new music. Mister Stew knows where to find the newest in completely unknown tunage to share with his northern neighbours. This episode features Agency, Runaway Dorothy, Paramore and American Anthem.

Save Our Future 2 - Rainforest Edition

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:42:00 GMT

DJ Eccentric takes us on a tour of the world's rainforests and gives some practical things you can do to help protect them!

Make a comment and you might win some SYR swag and prizes!

Evolutionary Band Rocks Espanola

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 09:08:00 GMT

SYR music reporters Devon, Jessica and Paige interview some of the Guiness Record-breaking Evolutionary Band musicians and stage crew as well as band guru Mr. Mac. If you listen, you'll also learn what the Rolling Stones have promised them.

Open Mic featuring Angele Sweeney

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 4 Apr 2008 09:54:00 GMT

Angele Sweeney performs her anti-poverty protest song "STARVING IN A GROCERY STORE".

Freshly Pressed -Singer/songwriter Karen Kosowski

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:05:00 GMT

Karen Kosowski, a singer songwriter who hails from Winnipeg via Toronto has just launched her newest album to much critical acclaim. Her combination of powerful lyrics, quirky hooks, versatile vocals and stage personality puts her on the SYR Must Listen list for 2008.

Save Our Future Episode 1 - Horrible Beauty

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:59:00 GMT

In this, the first episode of Save Our Future, DJ Eccentric talks about what we can do to stop the testing of cosmetics on animals.

Last True Punk Show (The Only Episode)

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 14:39:00 GMT

What is punk? Nash uses the music of AGAINST ME, RAISED FIST and MERCY KILLERS to answer this question.

Metal of Mayhem 2 - Rock Your Face Off

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 5 Feb 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Hail to you metal fans. We apologize for the wait but we're backfor another time to rock your faces off, so let's GET IT ON! Featuring Bullets for My Valentine, All That Remains and God Forbid...and the guys tell you who should be in the ultimate fantasy metal band.

What the heck is my kid doing? SYR on CBC Radio

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 08:54:00 GMT

In November, CBC Radio asked Spartan Youth Radio to host the nationally aired technology and trends show, Spark and to produce a documentary for broadcast. Here is the entire show. You can also listen in to this and other programs at www.cbc.ca/spark.

Comic Gourmet featuring Angus MacTavish and his glorious shortbread

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 14:38:00 GMT

World class chef Angus MacTavish shares? rants? Yes, rants, about his Nan's favourite shortbread cookie recipe. Hilarious AND delicious. Featuring the music of Canada's own GREAT BIG SEA!

Beauty of Deceipt

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 7 Dec 2007 14:43:00 GMT

DJ Smiles explores the dark truth that can hide beneath a pretty face. International musical sensation Adrienne Pierce shares her song "Beauty".

Open Mic with A BAND YOU CAN NAME (Win Prizes!)

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:04:00 GMT

Open Mic brings you the best musical talent Espanola High School has to offer. If you're a musician who wants to get discovered, come out to the SYR studios and book some studio time. Bring a blank CD and you can walk away with your own personal demo!

Halo Tournament - One of Two

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:23:00 GMT

On Friday, November 9th, two dozen hardcore gamers gathered at Espanola High School for one of two Halo Tournaments. After 40 minutes of battle, Raymond "Razer" Lavesque triumphed. Check back again for the outcome of this wicked event.

Metal Mayhem 1 - The Beginning

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 1 Nov 2007 18:06:00 GMT

Warning...this is for metal fans only. We don't want comments from people who hate metal, because if you don't like it, don't listen. For you metalheads...TURN IT UP! NEW: Despite our best effort, a swear was found by a listener AFTER this episode was posted. Please listen with caution.

Cheat Code Corner - Zelda Edition

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 1 Nov 2007 11:11:00 GMT

Is the Legend of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass posing some challenges? Andrew will give you some pointers to help you on your way.

Open Mic featuring Devon Bidal

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 14:10:00 GMT

Open Mic brings you the best musical talent Espanola High School has to offer. If you're a musician who wants to get discovered, come out the SYR studios and book some studio time. Bring a blank CD and you can walk away with your personal demo.

The Ancestral DJ - World Fusion Music

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Most people read the words "world music" and instantly think "weird", but we need to get out of our comfort zones and explore the world's music. There is so much out there to discover. Sit back, get your passport ready and enjoy this world tour.

Blues Rocker Derek Miller live at EHS

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:49:00 GMT

Amber Pitiwankwat sat down with Juno Award winning Mohawk blues rock virtuoso Derek Miller about his career and his struggle with drugs and alcohol. Check the show notes for more information and links.

Terry Fox Run 2007

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:35:00 GMT

Join Johnny Van Norman as he walks the route talking to all sorts of characters along the way including Jacob, Kevin, Mr. Vermeer, Gerald and even Bubbles...errr, we mean Travis.

First Day of School...a report on Jump Day 2007

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:59:00 GMT

DJ Sininity stalked the new niners as they explored the school during the highly successful Jump Day 2007. They were pretty nervous but listen in on what they had to say. Music: "First Day At School" by rapper Cipre.

SYR Season 1- Episode 3

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 12:56:00 GMT

Our last episode of the season: DJ Tank brings you Video Game Violence, Crossing Point, Speaker's Corner, What Do You Want to Be, the Mailbag, Nick and Norah's Infinate Playlist, More than Monkeywrenches and music by Alexisonfire, Logan Square, Karen Kosowski, Paul and Storm and Jeff Kornberg.

SYR Season 1 - Episode 2

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Wed, 23 May 2007 09:40:00 GMT

Our second episode is full of sports, music, hot celebrities, reality tv, rants, debates, powwows and more. Check it out!

SYR Episode 1 Season 1

spartanyouthradio@gmail.com (Espanola Highschool) — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:29:00 GMT

Wuzzup Spartans! Welcome to the first episode of Spartan Youth Radio, bringing you the best in interviews, rants, independent music and comedy from Espanola High School in Espanola, Ontario, Canada. This episode is hosted by DJ Sininity and produced by Mr. Jayson Stewart.